Please join us for the training, 'Identifying & Working with Survivors of Human Trafficking: Training for the Homeless Sector' presented by The Salvation Army. During this prevention and awareness training we will cover what makes an individual vulnerable to trafficking, how to detect a victim of trafficking and how to help if you believe that […]
Organizing Council The Organizing Council, together with the Committees and Subcommittees, will establish the goals for each committee; oversee the work, provide guidance and support; and assist all committees in meeting their goals, thus creating greater accountability in the Homeless Response System. Co-Chair: Caitlin Rose, LMFT, Friendship Service Center, Inc. Co-Chair: Helen McAlinden, Homes […]
Outreach & Engagement Sub-Committee The purpose of the Outreach and Engagement Sub-Committee is to identify, engage and house all unsheltered individuals and families using a coordinated approach across the state. Co-Chair: Silvia Moscariello, MBA, Liberty Community Services, Inc. Co-Chair: TBD Tuesday, May 23 3-4:00 PM Click Here to Register Add to Outlook […]
Youth & Young Adult Sub-Committee The purpose of the Youth & Young Adult Sub-Committee is to focus on ending youth homelessness. Co-Chairs: TBD Wednesday, May 24 10-11:00 AM Click Here to Register Add to Outlook | Add to Google
Systems Operations Committee System Operations Committee (SOC) will identify and address regional needs to effectively respond to the causes of homelessness in each region, implement proven methods to divert people from homelessness, the best means to quickly match people to housing and improve outcomes for the unsheltered homeless. This work will inform and drive the […]
Entry Sub-Committee The purpose of the Entry Sub-Committee is to improve coordinated entry and to quickly provide households access to appropriate services and shelter. Co-Chairs: TBD Thursday, May 25 12-1:00 PM Click Here to Register Add to Outlook | Add to Google
Funders Committee The Funders Committee meets to advise on state and federal funding opportunities, and identify opportunities for philanthropy to address system gaps. Co-chair: Scott Umbel, United Way of Southeastern CT Co-chair: TBD Thursday, May 11 10-11:00 AM Click Here to Register Add to Outlook | Add to Google
Exit Sub-Committee The purpose of the Exit Sub-committee is to increase exits to housing, decrease length of time homelessness and reduce returns to homelessness. Co-chairs: TBD Friday, May 12 12-1:00 PM Click Here to Register Add to Outlook | Add to Google
HMIS Data and Leadership Committee The HMIS and Data Leadership Committee will set a vision, develop a strategy, and establish goals for the use of HMIS and data to support CT’s Homeless Response System. It will oversee effective HMIS and data usage throughout the homeless response system. Co-Chair: Amanda Gordon, MSW, Mercy Housing and […]
Policy & Advocacy Committee The Policy and Advocacy Committee, in partnership with the newly hired CCEH lobbying firm, will lead the development of policy and advocacy efforts of the Homeless Response System throughout the calendar year. Co-Chair: Teth Pickens, CLIP and ODFC Co-Chair: Kara Capone, Community Housing Advocates Tuesday, June 20 1:00pm - 2:30pm […]